To: Tripodal-Tethered Kite Systems for AWE index
Circling-Apex Tripodal
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Tilt a string tripod up by a single leg with a lifter kite & pulley. Let a circling kite (esp. HotWing with axial tail) rotate the tripod apex. Run the tripod lines via pulleys to a 3 phase crank shaft; it turns & will drive a generator, etc.
Dave Santos June 2, 2009
Discuss and illustrate. Embodiment reports. Measures. Illustrations.
Photos. Further report, June 2, 2009: Grow this or other options: Notes@EnergyKiteSystems.net |